Infrared Rentals

Call Maverick Inspection at (250) 765-2933 or contact us by Email for rental rates and availability.

We will rent a variety of systems on a daily, weekly, or montly basis. Certification training and mentoring are also available.



FLIR PM 695: Thermal and Visual Images · Maintenance Free Third Generation Uncooled Microbolometer Detector · Automatic Operation · Precision Temperature Measurement · Digital Voice, Image and Text Annotation · Rugged Portability · Ease of Use · Fully Automated Report Generation
FLIR E2: FLIR Quality in a "Workbelt" System · Highly Accurate Temperature Measurement · JPEG image storage · Real-time 60 Hz Detection and Display
FLIR PM 570: High-Resolution Short Wave fpa Detector · Save Color Images to PCMIA Card with Voice Comments · 8 Hour Battery Capacity · Integral High Temperature Filter · 24° & 12° FOV Lens
MIKRON MiKroScan 7200: Long Wavelength Response Uncooled Focal Plane Array · High Resolution Imagery · Maintenance Free Sensor · Point And Shoot Simplicity
FLIR PM 550: High-Resolution Short Wave fpa Detector · Save Color Images to PCMIA Card with Voice Comments · 8 Hour Battery Capacity · Integral High Temperature Filter · 20° FOV Lens with Electronic Zoom

I just have to find "Hot Spots," right?


If you think the answer is "Yes" then read on.

There is a wide range of IR training options available to you whether you are completely unfamiliar with infrared thermography and wish to rent or buy a camera for the first time, or you are an experienced professional setting up an IR PdM program.

Although there is no certification required to rent or use an infrared camera, to use it effectively you must understand how to operate the system, the IR and heat transfer theory affecting the process, and how the equipment you are inspecting operates.
Infrared imaging systems are powerful diagnostic tools, but there are several myths regarding how they work and what they are used for. These misconceptions can lead to missed problems, missed diagnosis, and other embarrassing or dangerous errors. An infrared camera rental can be a convenient way to gather information or solve a problem, but without an adequate understanding of the technology it can lead to disaster.

Myth #1: IR cameras measure temperatures.
Infrared imaging systems detect the total emitted, reflected, and transmitted infrared radiation from a target. You can enter values into many cameras and they will calculate temperatures for you. You have to know how to determine the values and enter them into the camera correctly. You must know about emissivity before you contemplate an infrared camera rental.

Myth #2: Thermography is merely the detection of hot spots.
Thermography is the analysis of images which display apparent temperatures based on the IR radiation detected by the camera. This analysis involves understanding the different rates of emission of infrared radiation by surfaces and how this varies. The thermographer must also take into account the different methods of heat transfer, the load or operating conditions, and other factors which affect diagnosis. Sometimes a small temperature rise or a cold spot can indicate a critical problem.

Myth #3: You don't have to worry about emissivity if you are just looking for temperature differences.
Factors such as emissivity and background reflected radiation will affect all of the temperature data, including temperature differences. This change can be quite dramatic.

Myth #4: You don't have to measure temperatures or loads to do electrical inspections.
It is true that there are many problems that can be identified by their thermal signature alone. However, unless you have at least approximate temperatures and loads, you cannot confidently judge the criticality of faults. An infrared image can be made to look as serious or normal as the operator desires by simply adjusting one or more settings.

Myth #5: You can ignore small temperature rises.
The temperature rise will be dependent on factors such as the load or operating conditions and whether or not you are directly viewing the source of the heat. If a piece of equipment is not under full load at the time of the scan, the temperature rise may not seem critical. A small change in load, however, may have drastic consequences. Also, if you are looking at a thermal signature on the surface of a piece of equipment, and the source of heat is an internal component, the external temperature rise will only be a fraction of the internal one.

Infrared rentals are an excellent option for many companies, however the operator bears the responsibility of ensuring that the inspections are carried out properly. Please ask Maverick if you have any concerns regarding your qualifications to rent or operate infrared thermography systems.


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